RENO COUNTY —Authorities are working to determine the cause of the Wednesday morning house fire in Hutchinson.
Just before 2a.m. fire crews were dispatched for a report of a structure fire at 710 West 23rd Street in Hutchinson, according to Fire Chief Steven Beer.
Upon arrival, first on scene units reported a working fire in a brick framed ranch style home with flames coming out from windows and door on the front of the home.
Crews were informed that all occupants were accounted for, however, two cats were unaccounted for. Crews performed an aggressive fire attack along with search and rescue efforts in order to quickly locate the missing animals. Fire crews were able to locate the two cats; both died in the fire.
Fire crews were able to bring the fire under control quickly, but not before it did extensive damage to the structure. The home is deemed inhabitable at this time.